Malaysia bans comic for 'Allah' use

Malaysia has banned an Ultraman comic book because it uses the word “Allah” to describe the Japanese action hero.

Malaysia has banned an Ultraman comic book because it uses the word “Allah” to describe the Japanese action hero.

The Home Ministry said today that the Malay-edition of Ultraman, The Ultra Power contained elements that can undermine public security and society’s morals.

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